The Immorality of Pacifism By Kevin WilsonFrom an early age, we teach our children that violence never solved anything. We teach them that the correct way to defend oneself from a bully is to appeal to authority, that the designated grownup will save them. We teach them that to strike another child, for any reason, is wrong.In short, we teach them pacifism.Now … [Read more...]
How To Talk To Your Kids About September 11th
How To Talk To Your Kids About September 11th by Justina BahrainSeptember 11th is a date none of us will forget but that many of our children know little about. That day and its aftermath are important parts of our history that we want to share with our children but may hesitate to do since it is a scary thought for adults let alone the delicate minds of our children. Here … [Read more...]
How To Military Dad
Written by Special Guest Author: Nick KoumalatsosYou can find the original post, here. I get a lot of questions about relationships and having a family while serving in the military or in Special Operations. It IS possible to maintain a healthy relationship with your children while you are serving in the military, but it is going to take A LOT of work. Here are … [Read more...]
When Life Crosses the Shadow of Death
Ten sailors missing . . . darkness approached in Asia as helicopters searched the watery abyss of the Strait of Malacca. I hoped against hope every parent’s child is rescued alive—but doom about their fate overshadows my heart just hearing those words “rescue and recovery efforts.”Ten sailors missing . . . another kick in the Gold Star gut. That feeling burns within me once … [Read more...]
Lessons From a Grieving Mother Whale
Losing a child is a club you never want to join. Whether you lose a child in war, in womb or late in life, the loss of a child is a parent's worst nightmare and impossible to grasp without experiencing it first hand. Grief is a natural response when a loved one dies. The grief never goes away and you are forced to live with it and learn to cope with it for the rest of your time … [Read more...]
Female Teacher Convicted Of Performing Oral Sex On Male Student; Avoids Jail, Keeps Teaching Creds
Female Teacher Convicted Of Performing Oral Sex On Male Student; Avoids Jail, Keeps Teaching Creds by Scott FaithContinuing a rather disturbing national trend, a female teacher in New Jersey was recently convicted of having sex with one of her underage male students. This, unfortunately, is not uncommon these days. What is drawing headlines and raising eyebrows is the … [Read more...]
Getting Your VA Loan: A Guide From RE Factor Tactical
Navigating a VA Home Loan can be a stressful and daunting task, but it doesn't have to be difficult. I've done it, you can do it. I only wish I had this easy step-by-step guide published by RE Factor Tactical, which includes some of the best VA Lenders, the VA Home Loan process, and some helpful tips to consider along the way. You can find the original guide on their website … [Read more...]
Suicides In The Family: Let’s Talk…No Joke
Suicides In The Family: Let's Talk...No Joke By Rob CookHey friends, let's get serious for a moment. Five-and-a half years ago my brother killed himself. On the third anniversary of his death, my 19-year-old son, Robbie, killed himself. We were not aware how much my brother's death troubled him, because Robbie held it all in. My son, Austin, turned to alcohol to numb the … [Read more...]
Fatherhood: What Ranger Regiment Taught Me
Written by Kevin NewhardFatherhood to me is a chance to mold this Nation, as well as, the world. Too much now-a-days people look to athletes or famous people to be the hero's for there kids. My opinion? That is the place of both parents and it is a very important roll that a father should take up.I learned this from my time in Regiment. As the Ranger Creed says I … [Read more...]
A Ranger’s Faith: Afghanistan Knocked Me Down. Faith Brought Me Back Up.
A Ranger's Faith: Afghanistan Knocked Me Down. Faith Brought Me Back Up. by Major Mike KelvingtonOn the 25th of April, 2012, I experienced a rare, but significant tactical defeat in Afghanistan. Since then, my career and outlook stems from the events of that day. I was the Battle Company commander in the 1-508 Parachute Infantry Regiment, leading my Soldiers through a … [Read more...]